tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-337046802009-06-22T02:55:29.535-07:00Stevenoreply@blogger.comBlogger43125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33704680.post-35567222948062727902009-06-22T02:50:00.000-07:002009-06-22T02:55:25.947-07:00

Have a great summer and we'll see you back in the fall. School will resume on September 8, 2009. MLC will follow the same hours as last year: 8:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. each Monday through Thursday and 8:30 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. every Friday. Principal: Frank ScottoVice-Principal: Tammy O'Neill Contact us at 503-916-5737.

Teresa, Stuart and Audreytlcpdx@mac.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33704680.post-43105010456261281112009-06-05T14:54:00.001-07:002009-06-05T14:54:33.111-07:00

Multnomah County Health Department School-Based Health Center Program June 22-August 21, 2009 Grant School-Based Health CenterTuesday and Friday9:00-5:302245 NE 36th Ave, Room 102Portland, OR 97212(503) 988-3372 Eastside School-Linked Health CenterMonday, Wednesday, Thursday9:00-5:30600 NE 8th StreetGresham, OR 97030(503) 988-5488

Stevenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33704680.post-81813505659807206512009-04-28T13:28:00.000-07:002009-04-28T13:31:58.930-07:00

As you know, Jeff Creswell is retiring from his position as sixth grade teacher. Claire Cofsky, is currently on the same team teaching 4x5, will move to the 6th grade and will teach the sixth grade along with Ned. Caryn Cushman, from our Kx3 team, will move to the 4x5 position vacated by Claire. John Walrod, our Kx6 Special Instruction teacher, will be in Caryn's 1st and second grade position,

Stevenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33704680.post-47200767444028630422008-10-08T10:49:00.000-07:002008-10-08T10:50:56.893-07:00

Congratulations to MLC! The State Report Card was released today and we were again rated as "Exceptional." We are one of eighteen school that have rated as "strong" or "exceptional" for the past ten years. A great accomplishment for students, teachers and administration alike.

Stevenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33704680.post-82721370241874263242008-09-25T15:20:00.000-07:002008-09-25T15:22:32.138-07:00

If your child is going to be gone for the day, please give the school a call: 503-916-3656. Give us a call before 9am the morning of the absence with name, grade and reason for the absence. It helps us keep better track of the students. Thanks!

Stevenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33704680.post-84610989338718855782008-09-02T08:48:00.000-07:002008-09-02T10:16:57.443-07:00

School resumes on Wednesday and we're excited to welcome new and returning students to a great year at Metropolitan Learning Center. There have been some big changes at the school this year as we bring in several new (and a few familiar) faces:Tammy --Assistant PrincipalMike--High School ERC teacherMarta--High School Science teacherJonathan--7x8 Social Studies teacherDeanne--Gym teacherStephanie-

Stevenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33704680.post-35749838051022852792008-06-09T14:29:00.000-07:002008-06-09T14:34:55.147-07:00

As we come to the end of another school year, we wanted to thank all those who have made the 2007-08 school year a great one. Volunteers will be recognized today for their hard work and staff members will have a luncheon on Wednesday. If you are interested in bringing anything in for the staff luncheon, please bring it by the school on Tuesday or on Wednesday morning.Tomorrow is the school

Stevenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33704680.post-11385655685886390612008-05-22T09:58:00.000-07:002008-05-22T10:01:41.617-07:00

It's been a week of portfolio presentations and we've been lucky enough to have some great folks volunteer to be on the portfolio panels. Thank you to everyone to took time out of their lives and from work to help our students get "real-life" feedback on their portfolios. Thanks, also, to all of the HS students and parents who filled in when needed. And congrats to all the students who

Stevenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33704680.post-77419402523647473022008-05-16T10:06:00.000-07:002008-05-16T10:11:38.046-07:00

The month of May is Bike to Work Month and what better time to commit to commuting by bike. The Bicycle Transportation Alliance(BTA) will be presenting a workshop for the MLC High School community, parents and teachers interested in commuting by bike to work and/or school on Wednesday, May 21st at 3:30 p.m. Most likely it will be held in the library, but look for a sign.This event is free and

Teresa, Stuart and Audreytlcpdx@mac.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33704680.post-86411540426845297592008-05-14T07:07:00.000-07:002008-05-14T07:08:52.236-07:00

We are excited to announce some staffing additions for next school year. Deanne Larsell has been hired as our new physical education teacher. Laura Bullock will return from her leave of absence and step into Ruth's activities coordinator position. Julie Hoffman, who joined the staff this year as a temp middle school ERC teacher, has been offered the permanent assignment. Welcome!

Teresa, Stuart and Audreytlcpdx@mac.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33704680.post-89254831572135438032008-05-02T13:04:00.000-07:002008-05-02T13:20:12.371-07:00

Thanks to all who joined us for Renaissance Faire on Thursday. Turnout was great and everyone seemed to have a wonderful time. Tanya put a lot of work into the preparation and it showed! Saturday (May 3) is the high school prom. If you haven't gotten your ticket(s), they'll be available at the door for $30. It'll be held at the North Star Ballroom (653 N. Killingworth Ct.) near PCC's Cascade

Teresa, Stuart and Audreytlcpdx@mac.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33704680.post-4502869752763946652008-04-15T16:33:00.000-07:002008-04-15T16:43:01.966-07:00

Prom is almost here. This year it'll be on Saturday, May 3 at the North Star Ballroom with a "Roaring Twenties" theme. We're well on our way to having a great event, but we need your help with a couple of things: chaperoning and event prep. We need chaperones from 7-10:30; you can come for an hour or for the whole night, whatever works best for you. We also need someone to be the chairperson of

Teresa, Stuart and Audreytlcpdx@mac.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33704680.post-2173887725393539802008-03-17T09:14:00.000-07:002008-03-17T09:16:03.954-07:00

We need parent volunteers to come help build shelves for the lunch trays.Hopefully you will have very basic carpentry skills.Friday March 21, after school in Ned's room (room 309)Contact Penn for more info: (503) 250 3142

Stevesteveinpdx@msn.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33704680.post-37490364979809167992008-03-10T08:36:00.000-07:002008-03-10T08:38:53.391-07:00

March 2008Dear MLC colleagues and families:For over thirty years, MLC has been my work and an important part of my life. With deep affection for you all, I'm writing now because I want to tell you directly about the retirement decision I've come to. I've decided that this will be my last year at MLC, and that I will be leaving MLC, and Portland Public Schools, at the end of the 2007-2008 school

Stevesteveinpdx@msn.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33704680.post-1259425886778796632008-02-26T09:11:00.000-08:002008-02-27T07:36:56.324-08:00

The Auction is this Friday, 2/296:30 to 10:00 p.m.Greek Orthodox Church on N.E. Glisan (view a map)You can also download a preview catalog here.Here is what you can still do to help:Buy raffle tickets. We have two fabulous raffles this year. The first is for two nights in a magnificent beach house owned by MLC Parents. The other is the Wall Of Wonder. And yes, we are still taking donations.

Stevesteveinpdx@msn.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33704680.post-38017101632684479452008-02-21T08:09:00.000-08:002008-02-21T08:16:14.435-08:00

Yes! It's time for the beloved annual MLC Egg Drop. Don't miss this opportunity to show off your creativity!Entries must be received between 8:00-9:00am on Tuesday, February 26th (next Tues). Download your entry form here or pick one up in the office.

Stevesteveinpdx@msn.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33704680.post-73664681225165686992008-02-05T07:37:00.000-08:002008-02-05T07:39:25.730-08:00

Please join us February 12th, 5:00 pm – 12:00 am, for “Family & Friends” Night at The Blue Moon Tavern & Grill.McMenamins generously supports MLC PTSA by donating 50% of the evening’s sales on all food and beverage from 5:00 p.m. until Midnight. Invite your family and friends and enjoy an evening together.Kids daycare provided by KCLC from 5:30p – 8:30p. Pizza and drinks provided!Please call

Teresa, Stuart and Audreytlcpdx@mac.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33704680.post-43049216515242422152008-02-01T10:03:00.001-08:002008-02-05T07:41:35.481-08:00

Class of 2009 College Symposium to be held at Grant HS on March 17 from 6:00-9:00p.m.. All Portland Public School Juniors and their parents/guardians are invited.

Teresa, Stuart and Audreytlcpdx@mac.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33704680.post-84375519391564296612008-01-30T06:20:00.000-08:002008-01-30T06:22:07.958-08:00

MLC will be opening 2 hours late today due to snow on the west side.

Stevesteveinpdx@msn.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33704680.post-19059828805848135142008-01-29T11:33:00.000-08:002008-01-29T11:37:00.211-08:00

Thank you to everyone who participated in Portland Public Schools' community meetings this month and provided input for the district's long-range facility plan.At the meetings, held in North, Northeast, Southeast and Southwest Portland, facility planning consultants presented an overview of the physical condition and educational adequacy of the schools in that quadrant. Participants discussed the

Teresa, Stuart and Audreytlcpdx@mac.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33704680.post-63323504143828546332008-01-28T05:56:00.000-08:002008-01-28T08:34:59.317-08:00

MLC is closed today due to inclement weather.All Portland Public School District schools are on a 2-hour delayed opening today.

Stevenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33704680.post-15481965271359143572008-01-25T09:27:00.000-08:002008-01-25T09:37:48.049-08:00

Need a way to access files from both home and school? Now, there's an easier way to do it. Students and staff can now use the school's server to store up to 250MB and can be accessed from any location via the web. Go to https://files.pps.k12.or.us/ and follow the login instructions. More in depth instructions are here.

Stevenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33704680.post-66944924055484099872008-01-15T12:59:00.000-08:002008-01-15T13:01:03.295-08:00

Please join us for the January PTSA meeting this Thursday night (1/17) at 7pm in the MLC library. Agenda items include the upcoming auction and playground safety.Looking forward to seeing you there!

Teresa, Stuart and Audreytlcpdx@mac.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33704680.post-69205194194652588702008-01-10T13:24:00.000-08:002008-01-10T13:32:30.390-08:00

The January issue of MLC's newsletter is now available to download by clicking here. Find out about MLC's impressive ranking in U.S News and World Report, how you can help the MLC community and about MLC's wins at the recent Lego Robotics competition.Don't forget that the auction is coming soon and we really need as many people involved as possible to make this a great fundraiser. You can find

Stevenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33704680.post-55697685191840160602007-12-18T10:46:00.000-08:002007-12-18T10:47:11.358-08:00

Last chance to find your lost items before it goes to the PTSA Clothing Center over winter break.Lost and found will be displayed in the cafeteria on Solstice (2:30-3:30) and Friday Dec 21 after school (11:45-12:30). Please come claim it.

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